Winterbourne House and Garden Verified listing

Winterbourne House and Garden in Birmingham is a beautifully preserved Edwardian villa and botanical garden located within the University of Birmingham’s Edgbaston campus. Built in 1903 for John Sutton Nettlefold and his wife Margaret, the house is a fine example of the Arts and Crafts movement, featuring handcrafted architectural details and period furnishings. The seven-acre garden, originally designed by Margaret Nettlefold, was inspired by the ideas of renowned garden designer Gertrude Jekyll and includes themed borders, a sunken rock garden, a Japanese tea house and bridge, a pergola, and the famous crinkle-crankle walled garden.

Inside the house, visitors can explore restored period rooms such as the drawing room, study, nursery, and bedrooms, all decorated with William Morris wallpapers and authentic Arts and Crafts furniture. The site also features exhibitions about the Nettlefold family and Edwardian domestic life, as well as a collection of working 19th-century printing presses. Additional attractions include a reading room, a gift shop, a second-hand bookstall, and a charming tea room offering light lunches and refreshments—accessible with paid entry to the site.

Winterbourne is open daily throughout the year, with extended hours from spring to early autumn (10:30 AM to 5:00 PM) and slightly shorter hours in winter (until 4:00 PM). Last entry is 30 minutes before closing. General admission costs around £10.80 for adults, with concessions, family tickets, and free entry for children under 5. University students and staff, as well as members of certain organizations like RHS and Historic Houses, may receive free or discounted admission. The garden also hosts seasonal events, workshops, and outdoor theatre, making it a peaceful and enriching destination for families, gardeners, and heritage lovers.